Hidden in the Early Light: a tale of the Irish famine

An extraordinary tale of bravery heartache and endurance during an impossible time. Within the pages of this well researched young adult novel is a story of survival that is woven together with both candor and empathy. Prolific novelist Tecla Emerson has created yet another unforgettable and beautifully written historical tale.Set in the mid-1800s - a famine threatens to wipe out all of Ireland. This fascinating account of both courage and stamina tells of that horror. Recorded through the eyes of Katy a young girl tasked with responsibilities that far exceeded her age it is one of the most well-known and haunting events in all of Irelands history. Through the pages of this novel you will learn of that terrifying time. It is a tale you wont soon forget.